Ambition and drive used to be enough to secure a role in the business world, but today’s leaders need to possess more than that. Companies are clamoring for professionals with the up-to-date know how and academic background to address business’ evolving terrain. And today’s MBA programs are providing that background, setting b-school graduates well ahead of the competition. MBA graduates can specialize in any of the following areas, and can expect to earn these median salaries – not to mention advancement opportunity.